Osoyoos Fire Rescue

06/22/2026

Hey Osoyoos, We Want Your Feedback!

Complete the short survey and help guide local wildfire preparedness and FireSmart initiatives.

Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9SFWXXD

Learn more and register for a free FireSmart home assessment at https://www.osoyoos.ca/community/firesmart-program

We Want Your Feedback!

The Town of Osoyoos in partnership with the Regional District Okanagan Similkameen is developing a FireSmart™ Program and wants to hear from residents.

Complete our short survey and help guide local wildfire preparedness and FireSmart™ initiatives.

Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9SFWXXD

Learn more and register for a free FireSmart™ home assessment at https://www.osoyoos.ca/community/firesmart-program

06/21/2026

Hey Osoyoos, join us for a FireSmart™ Community BBQ next Saturday June 27 at the Osoyoos Museum between 10:00am->2:00pm.

Spend the day with your neighbours and FireSmart™ partners while learning how to protect your home and community from wildfire and stay prepared this summer.

What to expect:
-FireSmart tips for homes and properties
-Information on FireSmart programs and rebates
-Wildfire preparedness and emergency readiness resources
-Meet your firefighters and FireSmart representatives
-A free community BBQ

Come out, grab a bite, and help make our community more wildfire resilient. We hope to see you there!

FireSmart BC
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

06/20/2026

Today, members of Osoyoos Fire Rescue are spending some time at the Osoyoos Farmers Market, connecting with our community.

We have our crew and booth out with information about fire safety and FireSmart BC materials.

Check us and all the amazing local vendors out. We’ll be here till 1pm!

06/16/2026

Heading out for a camping adventure? The Osoyoos Fire Rescue team wants everyone to stay safe while enjoying the great outdoors!

Follow these tips to prevent accidents and wildfires:
- Always keep campfires small and follow local fire ban
- Fully extinguish fires before leaving or sleeping
- Store food safely to keep wildlife away
- Keep a first aid kit and water nearby

A little preparation goes a long way. Let’s keep our forests and campsites safe for everyone!

06/10/2026

Summer is here, and our Firefighters want everyone to enjoy the outdoors safely! High temperatures and outdoor activities can be risky if you’re not prepared.

Stay safe with these tips:
- Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated
- Take breaks in the shade or indoors
- Wear sunscreen, hats, and light clothing
- Never leave children or pets in vehicles
- Be cautious with outdoor grills, fire pits, and campfires

Enjoy the sunshine, but remember: prevention and awareness keep you safe.

06/07/2026

This past weekend we had 6 of our firefighters attend the air brakes training course at Oliver Fire Department.

This course equips our firefighters with the knowledge to operate and maintain all our air brake apparatus.

We thank the trainers, firefighters and OFD for hosting the course this weekend for this crucial course to broaden their abilities on the fire ground.

06/04/2026

Yesterday our members went up to the Penticton Safety Village to teach our own Osoyoos Elementary School students on fire safety.

Kids were taught the following fire safety principles:
-Stop, Drop, Roll & Cover Face
-Kitchen Fire Safety
-Exit Drills in the House

A takeaway from the kids was to remind all families of the importance of ensuring your home has a “Family Meeting Place (Muster Point)” in case of an emergency.

We thank all the organizers, volunteers and parents who assisted.

05/30/2026

Today our firefighters recently took part in a Lithium-Ion Battery & Electric Vehicle awareness presentation.🔋

We learned about best practices for responding to battery-related incidents, the many household items that contain lithium-ion batteries, and the potential health and safety hazards associated with these events.

Ongoing training helps ensure our members are prepared to respond safely and effectively as this technology becomes more common in our community.

We thank the Kelowna Professional Fire Fighters Association for providing the training, and members from Oliver Fire Department & Anarchist Mountain Fire Department who joined us for the morning.

05/29/2026

Osoyoos Fire is currently on scene at multiple emergencies throughout our community.

The public can assist us by reporting emergencies and staying clear of emergency work areas.

During this unpredictable weather event, our crews will be working diligently to ensure emergencies are actioned and cleared up.

We thank the public for your cooperation!

*UPDATE-All units were clear and back at station around 0200.*

05/29/2026

Today, Osoyoos Fire Rescue joined Ember the FireSmart™ Fox to visit local Grade 2 & 3 students to share the importance of being FireSmart™!

Students learned about campfire safety, and simple ways families can stay safer during wildfire season.

A big thank you to the students and staff of Osoyoos Elementary School for welcoming us into your classrooms.

FireSmart BC